Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
connosepala
ID:
610656

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lanj. & Lindeman

Source:
wcs

Year:
1948

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 75: 639 (1948)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000609988



Common Names

  • Connosepala Xyris
  • Connosepalous Yellow-eyed Grass
  • Connosepalous Xyris


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Description

Xyris connosepala (also called 'Connosepalous Yellow-eyed Grass', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Xyridaceae family. It is a perennial herb with linear leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to the southeastern United States and is found in wet savannas and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris connosepala is used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant. It is also used as a food source for some species of birds and other animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Xyris connosepala is yellow with a white center. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped capsule. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris connosepala can be propagated by division or seed. It should be planted in a sunny location in moist, well-drained soil. It requires regular watering and fertilizing to ensure optimal growth.

Where to Find Xyris connosepala

Xyris connosepala can be found in the southeastern United States.

Xyris connosepala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris connosepala?

Xyris connosepala

What type of plant is Xyris connosepala?

Grass

What is the native range of Xyris connosepala?

Africa

Species in the Xyris genus

Xyris aberdarica, Xyris acrophila, Xyris affinis, Xyris albescens, Xyris almae, Xyris ambigua, Xyris amorimii, Xyris anceps, Xyris andina, Xyris angularis, Xyris angustifolia, Xyris anisophylla, Xyris apureana, Xyris aquatica, Xyris aracamunae, Xyris arachnoidea, Xyris araracuarae, Xyris archeri, Xyris aristata, Xyris asperula, Xyris asterotricha, Xyris atrata, Xyris atriceps, Xyris atrovirida, Xyris augusto-coburgii, Xyris aurea, Xyris bahiana, Xyris baldwiniana, Xyris bampsii, Xyris bancana, Xyris barteri, Xyris bialata, Xyris bicarinata, Xyris bicephala, Xyris bicostata, Xyris bissei, Xyris blanchetiana, Xyris blepharophylla, Xyris boliviana, Xyris borneensis, Xyris brachyfolia, Xyris brachysepala, Xyris bracteata, Xyris brevifolia, Xyris byssacea, Xyris cachimbensis, Xyris calcicola, Xyris calderonii, Xyris calostachys, Xyris caparaoensis,

Species in the Xyridaceae family

Abolboda abbreviata, Abolboda acaulis, Abolboda acicularis, Abolboda americana, Abolboda bella, Abolboda ciliata, Abolboda dunstervillei, Abolboda ebracteata, Abolboda egleri, Abolboda glomerata, Abolboda grandis, Abolboda killipii, Abolboda linearifolia, Abolboda macrostachya, Abolboda neblinae, Abolboda paniculata, Abolboda poarchon, Abolboda pulchella, Abolboda scabrida, Abolboda sprucei, Abolboda uniflora, Abolboda granularis, Achlyphila disticha, Aratitiyopea lopezii, Orectanthe ptaritepuiana, Orectanthe sceptrum, Xyris aberdarica, Xyris acrophila, Xyris affinis, Xyris albescens, Xyris almae, Xyris ambigua, Xyris amorimii, Xyris anceps, Xyris andina, Xyris angularis, Xyris angustifolia, Xyris anisophylla, Xyris apureana, Xyris aquatica, Xyris aracamunae, Xyris arachnoidea, Xyris araracuarae, Xyris archeri, Xyris aristata, Xyris asperula, Xyris asterotricha, Xyris atrata, Xyris atriceps, Xyris atrovirida,

References

Joseph Lanjouw (1902-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lanj.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:270017-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.